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UPC hosts first open mic night of semester

By Seth McGraw | Campus Writer | September 21

“There are a lot of people who don’t want to do it and are really nervous, and then they’re some of the best people here,” Eaton said. “I just recommend anyone who wants to do it, do it. If you think you’re not good enough, you’re good enough.”

Author of University's Common Book discusses what went into writing it

By Jordan Windham | Campus Writer | September 21

“I think telling each other’s stories and having people listen to them creates such a wonderful, rich community,” Divakaruni said. “Our stories show us at once how we are all wonderful, different, unique, original human beings, and they show us that we share a common core of humanity.”

After 10 years of service, security shuttles launch new app

By Lily Jackson | Managing Editor | September 21

Dean said the shuttles run about 300-400 students early in the week, but on the weekends, they run anywhere from 1,200 to 1,300 students.

Auburn's Women in Aviation encourages girls to soar to new heights

By Reagan Day Berg | Lifestyle Writer | September 21

“Here in Auburn I feel very supported, but I do want other girls in the community to also feel that support and feel that they can pursue this career as well,” Megan Brown said.

SGA Senate alters qualifications for Elections Board, discusses introducing anti-discrimination bill

By Trice Brown | Campus Reporter | September 19

SGA Senate voted on amending portions of the Code of Laws to be more concise and discussed adding a Title XVI anti-discrimination statement and changing formal campaigning law at its weekly Senate meeting.

College Republicans hosts Rep. Mike Rogers, talk upcoming election

By Trice Brown | Campus Writer | September 19

“This all could come to a screeching halt if our people don’t get out and vote in this election like the way they did in 2016,” Rogers said.

Auburn's new healthy option to eat on campus

By Hannah Lester | Campus Writer | September 19

“I’ve eaten them and I haven’t felt terrible after I eat them and it’s not just like fried chicken and everything,” Kirk said. “I’m not feeling terrible, I’m trying to avoid the freshman fifteen too, so anything that will help that.”

Auburn Bookstore carries on gameday button tradition

By Lauren Pieper | Lifestyle Writer | September 19

“Since people in Auburn dress so nice and try to look presentable at games, we wear the buttons to represent our organizations and show our pride for the things we are in and love since it is not shown through the clothes we wear," said freshman Emma Mathews. "The buttons unite us as a community to recognize what we are a part of."

Former economics chair sues University alleging retaliation

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | September 18

The lawsuit is yet another chapter in an ongoing dispute between former Economics Chair Michael Stern and University administrators over athletics influence on academic decision-making.

From Auburn to NYC and back

By Jessica Ballard | Standards Editor | September 17

McCarley said it was in CLA where she found her strength in collaborating with creative people — the attribute that would eventually lead her to working with renowned directors like the Coen brothers, Julie Taymor and Darren Aronofsky.

Board of Trustees approves bigger budget for band building

By Trice Brown | Campus Writer | September 17

“I would say that me and my senior team are not comfortable with some of the numbers that we are seeing on some new projects right now, so I would be a lot more comfortable if we came back to some facet of the board," said Auburn University President Steven Leath.

Raptor Center shows off its many birds at Football, Fans and Feathers event

By Seth McGraw | Campus Writer | September 17

“It’s a really fun event," said Winn Staples, one of the attendees. "Fun to learn about the different birds. I thought it was really good. I thought it was really interesting. The way they brought them out and let the birds fly around the stadium.”

Auburn thanks donors with 3D light show on Samford

By Jordan Windham | Campus Writer | September 17

“I think it was uniquely Auburn,” said Pam Sweeney, Auburn alumna. “I really liked all of the build up to it. The best thing was all of the ways it was telling that Auburn is affecting and growing. Just all about Auburn. It really reminds me of Disney World.”

Auburn aviation program soaring to new heights

By Megan Feringa | Campus Writer | September 17

In 2014, the aviation program had just 88 declared students within it, with a little over half pursuing the professional flight degree and the rest pursuing the aviation management degree, the same degree as Hutto. In fall 2017, the program had 270 students enrolled in the program, and this fall, there are 349, nearly four times the number of students from four years prior.

Professor bringing African experience into classroom

By Bria Davis | Campus Writer | September 17

“I would say, focus on learning. Enjoy the opportunity to learn as much as you possibly can," Nickson said. "I want students to walk out of this class with a whole new paradigm of what Africa is -- all the many things that Africa represents and how important it is to the history of our lives.”

Auburn College Republicans to host US Rep. Mike Rogers on campus Tuesday

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | September 14

Rogers, a Republican, represents Auburn and the 3rd Congressional District in the U.S. Congress.

Board of Trustees approves $1.349 billion dollar University budget

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | September 14

The budget reflects a $78 million or 6.8 percent increase over last year's budget.

Trustees approve $4.5 million in renovations to Jordan-Hare Stadium suites

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | September 14

The project will add new operable windows and fans to the third- and fourth-level east suites and is slated to cost $4.5 million, which would be financed by Auburn Athletics funds.